Former Real Madrid superstar, Gareth Bale, joins a host of sporting greats at the Ryder Cup all-star match prior to the tournament.
Bale, who won four Champions League medals during his time in Madrid, has been a golf-lover for years and was even part of a memorable joke whilst on international duty with Wales – holding a flag that read ‘Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order.’
However his career came to an abrupt end as the 34-year-old, who is widely regarded as one of the most talented footballers of his generation, suffered a number of injury problems over later years.
Keeping fit was a huge problem for the four-time Champions League winner, which saw him move to Los Angeles Football Club in his final year before reiring.
Now, enjoying his time away from football, Bale has been involved with the sport of golf and will take part in the Ryder Cup all-star match – alongisde other sporting greats like Novak Djokovic.
🗣️ “I wouldn’t quite say I’m that good at golf”
Gareth Bale ahead of the All Star Match and praises Colin Montgomerie 🙌 pic.twitter.com/DmbyOB1eds
— Sky Sports Golf (@SkySportsGolf) September 27, 2023
Bale has been indulging in a lot of golf and has even featured in the BMW Pro-Am as well as the Festival of Sport and Golf Championship. However, even in retirement, his injury concerns are still as high as ever.
The former Wales international will partner Colin Montgomerie in the All-Star match, who gave a witty response to Bale’s injury complaints during the all-star buildup.
Team captain Colin Montgomerie said: “He said he’s got a back injury but he’s been saying that for many many years.”
Bale responded with: “The legs are fine but the back is a bit stiff after the other day. I struck it okay, it didn’t seem to go too far off line so hopefully the fans are a bit safer.”
Despite this, the former Spurs superstar refused to miss the chance to play at the Ryder Cup, as he an impressive handicap of two.
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